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US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Why Won't the Pentagon Own Up to Trump's Latest Move?

Trump aims to revert the names of military bases to honor Confederates, despite Pentagon plans to honor different veterans.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
6 days ago

What Victor Hugo Would Make of Trump

Trump announced himself as Chairman of the Kennedy Center, attracting controversy for his support of 'Les Misérables' despite its themes of compassion for the underprivileged.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Horrible, horrible, horrible': The Gerard Depardieu box office hit that still sparks outrage 50 years later

France stands out in the West where a manifesto by cultural figures backed the freedom to flirt, opposing the #MeToo movement’s perceived persecution of sexual expression.
Paris food
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

French court backs Olympics choreographer in cyberbullying case

The seven accused, of whom only one was present in court, were found guilty of sending hate messages, and even a death threat, to Thomas Jolly.
France politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan charged with harassment

The comedy writer, 56, faced charges for harassment and criminal damage in connection with an incident at the Battle of Ideas conference, reportedly involving a trans activist.
London politics
Video games
fromRoger Ebert
2 months ago

Divisive "Assassin's Creed Shadows" Works if You Let It | Video Games | Roger Ebert

"Assassin's Creed Shadows" has sparked controversy, largely due to its depiction of a Black protagonist and the cultural response to identity in gaming.
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US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

In Huntington Beach, Politics on a Plaque

Huntington Beach City Council turned a library plaque into a MAGA political statement, reflecting ongoing cultural tensions in the city.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

German artists sign open letter against TV show host accused of sexism

In an open letter, over 100 notable artists and writers in Germany refuse to appear on ARD's ttt show due to host Thilo Mischke's troubling past with sexism and racism.
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